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Ear Ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal ear ornament in the shape of a heart. The ornament is composed of two identical leaf-shaped pieces that are connected at the top, forming a heart shape. Each piece has a pointed tip and a small loop at the top. The surface of the ornament is smooth and shiny and shows signs of wear. The ornament has a textured section on each side. The background is plain white. Ear Ornament by Alexander Calder.

Artwork Details

Date
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
599 × 483 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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